Rod Building / Repair Tutorials
We are happy to offer a wide range of rod building videos below. We will be adding new videos every week or two. If you are not able to find a tutorial that address the situation you are working on, please send us an email (proofflyfishing@gmail.com) and we will work on getting a video made.
Request a video. If you would like a specific technique or repair covered in a video, please use the form at the link below and we will get to work on it.
Comprehensive video series
The links below will take you to a set of complete video series that will address building a rod from start to finish
Building a carbon fiber (graphite) fly rod
How to restore a bamboo fly rod
Repair / specialized videos
The videos in the links below are stand alone tutorials that address a specific technique or repair.
How to remove a guide from a rod
How to remove a reel seat from a rod
Introduction to working with silk thread
How to make a white trim band using India ink markers
How to make a single turn trim band using India in markers on silk
How to make a metallic trim band with superglue
Product specific videos
The videos in the links below will highlight the specifics of new products including how to install, fit, and when and when not to use them.
Removable fighting butt hardware
Working with ferrules on bamboo fly rods
Additional Resources
Helpful links, articles, and files